Now firmly established as a must-attend date in the industry calendar, the 2026 event marks a major evolution for HBA, expanding for the first time, into a full day, three part industry experience designed to bring together professionals, brands, media and creators like never before.
The day will open with an industry trade show showcasing leading and emerging brands, followed by the UK Hair & Beauty Awards ceremony itself, before concluding with a large scale evening festival and afterparty featuring live entertainment, performances and networking, bringing the entire hair and beauty community together in one landmark event.
Details:
- Location: Manchester’s AO Arena
- Date: August 15th, 2026.

